Hibiscus (Rose Mallow)
Color Name: Watermelon Ruffles
Highly decorative flowers are the hallmark of this Hardy Hibiscus. 7" magenta pink flowers have heavily ruffled petals. The end of each petal is so puckered they appear notched. Flowers are indeterminate and appear the length of the stem, translating to more blooms earlier in the season when compared with traditional cultivars. The brightly colored and textured flowers are set off against a habit of dark green leaves with a bronze cast.
These North American native plants bring massive, tropical-looking flowers all the way to zone 4. Although later to emerge than most perennials in spring, these are fast growing plants capable of adding an inch of new growth a day. Excellent at brightening up end of season gardens.
Growing Tips: Hibiscus love the sun and need moist, well-drained soil. Keeping these plants watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. Deadheading will improve the appearance of the plant. It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter. In spring, cut back any remaining stems before new growth appears. A strong pair of loppers or a saw will be necessary to cut this plant back. Be advised that Hibiscus is always one of the last perennials to emerge in spring. Its vigorous growth rate more than makes up for this late start, however. Japanese beetles find these plants especially delicious.
Photo courtesy of Walters Garden, Inc.
Highly decorative flowers are the hallmark of this Hardy Hibiscus. 7" magenta pink flowers have heavily ruffled petals. The end of each petal is so puckered they appear notched. Flowers are indeterminate and appear the length of the stem, translating to more blooms earlier in the season when compared with traditional cultivars. The brightly colored and textured flowers are set off against a habit of dark green leaves with a bronze cast.
These North American native plants bring massive, tropical-looking flowers all the way to zone 4. Although later to emerge than most perennials in spring, these are fast growing plants capable of adding an inch of new growth a day. Excellent at brightening up end of season gardens.
Growing Tips: Hibiscus love the sun and need moist, well-drained soil. Keeping these plants watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. Deadheading will improve the appearance of the plant. It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter. In spring, cut back any remaining stems before new growth appears. A strong pair of loppers or a saw will be necessary to cut this plant back. Be advised that Hibiscus is always one of the last perennials to emerge in spring. Its vigorous growth rate more than makes up for this late start, however. Japanese beetles find these plants especially delicious.
Photo courtesy of Walters Garden, Inc.
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Flower Color: Pink Shades Foliage Color: Green Shades
Height: 4 to 5 Feet Spread: 4 to 5 Feet Hardy in Zone: 4, 5, 6 |
Blooms: Summer to Fall
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Moist
Wet
Attributes |
 Extended Bloomer  Native Border Easy to Grow Landscapes Mass Planting Specimen Plant Water's Edge
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Attracts
Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance
Deer
